Just when I’m ready to start blogging again, have taken outfit pics – using my new, wireless remote – and has a lot to write about, my CSS upgrade at WordPress expires, and the blog looks like… well, like this (now you see how much can be done with some basic CSS, by the way!). I could either pay for another year of the CSS upgrade, or I could take that giant leap and switch to WordPress.ORG. I’ve been thinking about it for ages, as it will allow me to have complete control of the design and functions of the blog, and today Maja gave me a much-needed virtual kick in the derrière and told me to just do it. So I did.
It’ll take me a few days to get everything up and running again, but the blog will be fifty times better once everything’s fixed. Also, you don’t have to worry about your Bloglovin’-subscriptions or anything like that, the url for the blog will still be lostinaspotlessmind.com. Relax, have a lovely few days and let me do all the hard work. I’ll see you on the other side, darlings!
Airam: All right! We finally have internet again, woho! Time to blog. It’s been such a long time, this ought to be a truly EPIC post.
Maria: How do you write an EPIC blog post? Can’t we just tell everyone we’re alive and we’re happy and we got the best birthday present ever (a KINDLE! We do have the best, kindest, craziest Boyfriend/Cookie/best friends) and how we miss playing music, but really like living in Oslo?
Airam: Don’t be such a sissy, we have to work to make this post really EPIC. Remember, work? Being unemployed sure makes the girls lazy.
Maria: Hey, we’re not that unemployed, we’ve been offered a part-time job as a vocal teacher!
Airam: Well, you know. We’ve been sitting in this apartment an awful lot lately, except for when we stroll around town looking at pretty things and *cough* occasionally buy them, like that maxi dress and the skinny jeans.
Maria: Stop accusing me, you love those things just as much as I do. Besides, I’m sure our readers will agree they are fantastic.
Airam: If you ever get around to taking those pictures to show them, that is…
Maria: It’s too dark now, anyway.
Airam: You’re just procrastinating.
Maria: You are, too!
Airam: Are you forgetting how we’ve gained a whole lot of new followers through Bloglovin’ lately? The least we can do as a thank you is write a new post.
Maria: I know! I’m trying, I’m trying, but our fingers are sticky –
Airam: from all that chocolate!
Maria: – and it’s too dark for photos and this has to be an EPIC post, remember?
Airam: Yeah. TOTALLY epic. We should fix the design, too. We’ve been talking about it since April.
Maria: Argh! Isn’t it enough to say we’re back and think our readers are lovely? Settle for writing a post instead of an EPIC one?
Airam: *annoyed *Oh, I suppose, if that’s the best we can do.
Maria:You, readers, are lovely. And the blog is back now.
Airam: Promise to write a better post tomorrow, at least? We can tell them about our new face serum from Lush, or show them those new dresses.
Maria: Only if I’m allowed to watch makeup tutorials on YouTube for the rest of the night. And drink the rest of the Pepsi.
Airam: Fine. *long pause* Can I join you?
Maria: Well, if you must. Go get the Pepsi, kitten!
It’s my second week here, Boyfriend came yesterday and I’m applying for jobs like a mad person. Still no internet, but I’ve found a lovely café with free WiFi, so I’ll keep you up to date whenever I can. I know some of you are very curious to see my new place, so here we go!
These are my very first pair of properly red shoes, and they make me happy every time I see them.
I know my closet looks insanely tidy – I can assure you this is not its normal state, but as most of my clothes are still at my mother’s, this is all I’ve got. I’m becoming very good at accessorizing.
Yesterday’s to-do list, and it’s my pleasure to say I’ve done everything on it (except for one little thing, but that’s no hurry).
Isn’t she a beauty? The only problem is that I’ll probably end up killing her. Unintentionally, of course.
The kitchen. The steps to the left lead up to a tiny attic.
I bought these at a market on Sunday, I like that they look a little dangerous, but still pretty.
Yes, I took a picture of my breakfast, simply because the colours were so pretty. I promise this won’t turn into a food-blog, though!
Bathroom. It’s so light and airy you just can’t believe it! My first day alone I had to sit on the floor and paint my toe nails, just to enjoy all the space properly.
The living room, which transforms into my bedroom at night. It’s a work in progress, but it definitely has potential.
Outside the windows there is this enormous tree, which filters the light during the day and protects me from curious eyes at night. It’s almost like living in a forest, except once I leave my apartment I’m smack in the middle of everything. I really don’t think it could get any better than this. When are you coming home, Cookie? The tree says hi.
A while ago I made a post with Polyvore-outfits based on some of my favourite books. It got a whole lot of lovely comments, so I thought I’d give it a second go, only this time with movies as inspiration. The first move is Cracks, a lovely, but dark movie featuring Eva Green in some of the most gorgeous clothes I’ve seen on-screen for a long, long time. Think draped quality fabrics, rich colours and an air of elegant nonchalance. I have become slightly obsessed with the red dress. It might be an unusual choice for summer, but it’s so gorgeous I simply couldn’t resist.
Next movie up is (500) Days of Summer, with Zooey Deschanel as that slightly odd, but always feminine girl who walks around changing lives while trying to sort out her own mess. I cannot help but adore her, and that fringe… well, it’s right next to Cookie’s on my list, and that’s saying something. Outfits like this are always based on personal preferences – who cares if the shoes don’t match the bag and sunglasses? The point is simply to love the things you wear, not to put them on because they’re trendy or in the same colour scheme. The right attitude is needed, though, so this would be a good time to stop worrying about what other people might think. Just go for it.
Yes, I know this movie is old news, but I still adore the big city’s way of dressing for summer. When I was in Oslo I saw lots of girls wearing crisp white and simple black, and it was a very refreshing change from all the florals and comfy cotton walking around. And if you’re going to work the black&white-thing, why not do it properly, and pair otherworldly shoes with shiny leather, crazy sunglasses with beautiful jewelry. The key is to avoid anything fussy or messy; keep it simple, but bold.
If you haven’t seen The Virgin Suicides, do it. Do it now. The light, the colours, the music – everything about this movie is eye candy, I promise (that Sofia Coppola sure knows how to make ‘em). The base has to be Cecilia’s hacked off wedding dress, of course, and a beautifully aged leather backpack keeps it soft. Yes, it’s slightly innocent, but never naïve, which is why some black eyeliner and a skull ring is needed. Whenever I watch this movie (and it’s often), I wish I was a pink-lipped, honey blonde girl with cute boys as neighbours and long warm days to spend as I please. At least I have a whole bunch of sisters, and I dare say mine are better, as the outlet for their dark sides is mostly weird little drawings and beautiful dancing.
See those papers in my hand? They’re saying I have an apartment in Oslo with my sister Cookie – happy papers indeed! We’re renting, of course, and will be moving in next week. The price is high, but it’s completely worth it. Just look at the kitchen!
Cookie was happy, too, naturally. Not only because of the apartment, but because she had to buy five pairs of dancing shoes (including pointe shoes) for her studies.
I can hardly wait to fly down and get started on my life there, but there’s still a week to go and some things to sort out. I need a job quite desperately, and I’m also sad because it means leaving darling Boo, my band and Boyfriend behind in Tromsø. Still, it had to be done, I felt like I was wasting away up here, and Oslo will be a fresh start. Fortunately, we do live in the 21st century, so they’ll be just a few hours away by plane.
What do you think of my new “watermark”, by the way? Maja made something similar for her photos and I absolutely loved the idea, so I stole it (with permission, of course) and adapted it to include my url. I still need to work out a few kinks, but I like the concept a lot!
It’s been too long, I know! Life is crazy at the moment – when other lucky ones are on vacation or playing in the sea, I’m simultaneously looking for an apartment and a job in Oslo (I might as well be searching for the holy grail). Tomorrow Cookie and I are going to Oslo, hopefully it will make the hunt a little easier. I just wanted to let you know that I’m still here, and I’ll get back to blogging regularly as soon as my life settles down just a little bit.
Oh, and big kisses to those of you who answered my survey, it was incredibly helpful! It’ll definitely help with the makeover I’m working on – the picture above is a teaser of what’s to come, by the way… In the meantime, I thought I’d give you a chance to make wishes for future posts -
I’m going to give my blog a makeover, but I first wanted to get your opinion on this little blog of mine, so I created an anonymous, 10-minute survey I’d love for you to take. I also needed a picture for this post, so Boyfriend suggested I Photoshop a picture of me to make me irresistably cute (hey, wait a minute, mister…). Well, this is me being irresistably cute (this guy was my inspiration). I’m sorry if it scared you. The point is:
Please take my survey? Pretty please? You can’t resist such big eyes, I know it.
My sister Cookie and I just got back from the premiere of Eclipse, and I have to say I was pleasantly surprised. More on that tomorrow, I think, right now I just wanted to show you how my hair looked. You see, I’ve discovered a new way to create curls using my ghd-straightener – here’s how you do it:
I like how the curls resemble the ones you get from rollers, but this method with straighteners works better with my hair, as rollers tend to just make my hair a big poof that goes flat after a few hours. I also have a strong suspicion this might be the way to create those 40′s curls I so desperately want, but I’ll have to practice a bit more first.
This method is slightly more advanced than the good old ribbon curl, as it looks the best if you can make all sections curl the same way (this will make it resemble roller curls/pin curls even more), and kinks are hard to avoid. Still, I’m determined to master it, so expect a lot of curl-talk in the near future. If I get really good at it, I might even make my own tutorial, if anyone’s interested?
PS: Thank you for the photo, Cookie! And don’t worry, I’ll be back before you have time to miss me.
Click images for sources, all under this Creative Commons licence
These tips are not for a day when you just want to simply look nice – they’re for those times when you want attention, to be noticed and hopefully admired (because let’s just admit it, we all have those days).
Something that reflects light is a guaranteed way to catch people’s eyes, literally. My theory is that it dates back from when we were hunters and had to search for prey. Anything that suddenly glitters attracts the eye, so sequins and sparkling jewelry is perfect. Use this concept to highlight your best parts, such as a sparkly belt if you have a lovely waist, or a metallic necklace to bring attention to beautiful collarbones or a decolleté risqué.
This works in the same way as the tip about sparkling things (those old hunting instincts can be quite useful). Anything that moves in an interesting way will make people look, and this can be done boldly or quite subdued. A full-circle skirt follows the movements of your body fantastically, and simply demands attention as you’re walking by. A flowy scarf of long, loose hair follow the same principle, but even some dangly earrings can have the same effect (just make sure they’re a colour/metal that contrast with your hair).
Magazines always tell you how shoes can transform your personality, but have you really tested this with the shoes you actually own? For me, I know I’ll have to wear my brown, worn leather boots if I want to feel cool and powerful, as they allow me to stomp through the streets. Converse shoes actually do the opposite for me, making me feel young and girly. The black satin heels give me a more elegant walk – perfect for those burlesque moments! – whereas the bottle green platforms make me feel like a harajuku girl. Shoes have power, but one shoe does not have the same effect on everyone. Learn how it works for you.
If your sense of style suffers from multiple personalities disorder, or you find you tend to jump back-and-forth between different looks (like Ulrikke), use this to your advantage. Last time I was out on town, for instance, all the other girls were wearing some version of black tights + denim shorts + a tight, funky top. I was on the verge of putting this on myself, as it’s comfortable and looks casually cool, but then decided I wanted to stand out more. I slipped into a peach tulle dress, and instantly felt a lot better. If you wear the same as everybody else around you, you’ll blend in, which is nice sometimes, but not always. You can also be compared more easily to the rest of the group which is only a good thing for the self-esteem if you’re 100% positive you’re the most fabulous of them all. Being different makes you stand out, and looks even better if you do it with pride.
Did some photos of my sister Cookie the other day, as we had to show off her new thrifted skirt (49,- NOK, if you can believe it!). Isn’t she gorgeous?
Internet decided to suddenly run away for a little while, which meant no blogging for a long time. I do hope you’ll forgive my absence? A more proper post is on its way, I just wanted to drop by and let you know I’m still here. In the meantime, here are a few things to keep you busy:
♮ I found this trailer through Pearls In Your Hair, and immediately knew I’ll have to go Never Let Me Go the first day it hits the cinemas in whatever city I’m in at the time. The bad news is I’ll have to wait for October, maybe even longer as Norway is sometimes stupid when it comes to premiere dates. The good news is that it’s based on a book (by Kazuo Ishiguro), which I’ll read as soon as I can get my hands on it.
♮ Topshop launched their sale today. You are all warned. And if anybody wanted to give me a little something to make up for the lousy weather we’ve been having, the Bonjour Body and the Lace Frill Half Slip would do the job perfectly.
♮ My favourite places to waste time nowadays are Regretsy (showcasing the most incredibly ugly/weird/creepy things you’ll ever find on Etsy), FML (you’ll quickly understand why it’s called Fuck My Life) and Not Always Right (if you’ve ever had to deal with customers of some sort, you’ll feel right at home).
A few days ago I painted my nails with Essie’s Raisinnuts, a sort of muted, soft red. It was pretty enough, but I found it rather boring. Then, yesterday I wanted to show my youngest sisters the magic of Essie’s Matte About You, a topcoat that makes any polish appear matte. And Raisinnuts suddenly looked magical, like frosted, stained glass with a very elegant glow. I felt so inspired I wanted to combine them with everything in my closet… then I remembered I am in Harstad at the moment, and have packed very light. But Polyvore is always there to save the day, huzzah!
I wouldn’t have considered wearing anything like this a year ago, but my taste seems to be expanding a lot nowadays. This outfit is slightly inspired by Queen Michelle from Kingdom of Style, especially considering the combination of the soft, draped dress and the more brutal shoes and rings. Black lipstick is tricky to pull off, but I think I’d risk it with this outfit, as it makes such a statement.
I watched Jane Eyre the other day with Boo, and although I hardly think Jane would approve of all those laces and luxuries, this outfit is still inspired by her. It’s not too matchy-matchy, but as everything is kept in warm, natural shades it kind of goes together anyway. That robe is perfection; some would argue it doesn’t serve its purpose as it doesn’t cover you up, but I adore it anyway. The cat-eye glasses are a nice touch, too, as they’re a bit eccentric.
If I was going to a music festival this summer, this is what I would wear: a high-waisted pair of shorts, a tank top, some lacy lingerie and big hair. All right, a curling iron might not be very realistic for a festival, but I’m allowed to dream. A backpack is perfectly practical for running around with your hands free, and sunglasses are a must, of course. Matte nail polish is the perfect way to ensure it still has a touch of class so it doesn’t look too hippie-esque.
There’s something about pairing peaches and dark reds that make my knees go weak. Those shorts are insanely gorgeous, and if I could find them I’d have bought them even though white is impractical and transparent and besides, I shouldn’t be shopping now. Phew. Some colours just look fantastic with golden blonde hair, don’t you think? And this has got to be the perfect hat-hair style.
I know there’s been a lot of nail posts lately, but please bear with my obsession for one more post. You see, I’ve found the most wonderful product and a wonderful web store, so of course I have to share it with you. The product first, then: Nfu. Oh Cuticle Remover. If you’ve been reading this blog for a while you’ll remember my joy when discovering Lush’s Lemony Flutter, as it gave my cuticles some much-needed moisture. Well, I still wasn’t completely happy; let me show you why.
Yes, this is polish (“Gold” by H&M) that’s about three days old. See how a gap has formed between my cuticles and the polish? This always happens to me as my cuticles grow really far up on my nail. I have the choice between leaving this area free of polish, or see the polish fall off after a day or two. Topcoat doesn’t help, either, which means no manicure will last me for more than maximum three days. But nevermore!
It’s still not 100% perfect as I was a bit scared of overdoing it on my first time, but you can see a huge improvement already. The cuticles now stay down where they’re supposed to be, giving me a nice, clean edge along which I can paint my polish. No more annoying flaking! The best part? It’s so easy.
1. Buy the Nfu.Oh Cuticle Remover. I got mine from Viis Ilusalong, which I found through Neglelakkmani‘s links in the sidebar. It’s located in Estonia, has very fast shipping (I placed my order on June 9., received it on June 14.), and label the package as a gift automatically, which is good if you’re ordering for more than the customs limit. To find the cuticle remover go to “online-store”, “professional liquids”, then “nfu.oh liquids”, it costs $9.40.
2. Ride your bike to the post office as fast as you can to get your stuff, then home again.
3. Take a shower. This isn’t necessary, but it does help with softening the cuticles before you start (plus, after that hefty bicycle ride you probably need it anyway).
4. Put a layer of the white liquid on your cuticles (bottom and sides of nail). Wait a minute or so. Then, if you’re cuticles are very overgrown like mine, apply a second coat.
5. Use a wooden stick – preferably one designed for fixing nails, but a small barbecue stick might do the trick if you’re desperate (I was) – and scrape it along your nail where you want the cuticles to come off.
7. Rinse, then moisturize like a mad woman. The previously mentioned Lemony Flutter does an excellent job.
This Nfu.Oh-stuff is just as good as all those polish blogs out there say it is. I’ve previously tried Depend’s cuticle cleaner, which didn’t do anything at all, but the Nfu.Oh-version is a completely different matter.
Yesterday I had one of the worst fashion-experiences of my life. I was walking casually along the streets of Tromsø with a bunch of friends, on our way to a club for a few beers to celebrate the summer, when BAM! It was as if a bomb of (wannabe) flesh coloured tights had exploded on the girls surrounding us – I’ll say about 95% of them were wearing them, which made for quite a sight. A few looked perfectly fine, but most had
1. chosen the wrong “skin” colour, and
2. combined them with the tiniest, most boring pair of denim shorts in the world.
I know I should have seen this coming, with the whole demin-shorts-being-the-it-garment-of-the-year and all. Still, I do wish they could at least choose a proper colour. It’s just like with foundation, you might get away with one shade darker than your natural colour, but most girls seem to have no idea as to what a “shade” is. I’ve made some diagrams to make sure at least my readers will be well-educated in this matter:
Most fashion magazines condemn flesh coloured tights to eternal hell. I must confess I have no problem wearing them from time to time, as they prevent my thighs from rubbing together so much (yes, I am a curvy girl, we all know it!), even out my skin tone and generally make me feel less naked. Still, I’m extremely picky when it comes to what’s acceptable.
Firstly, they must be so thin they’re almost non-existent, which means 20 denier or less (denier is the measuring unit for thicknesses of tights, you can read more about it here). Second, I always pick a shade that matches my skin perfectly. Always. Those boxes of five tights they sell at H&M are all too dark for me, and the fabric is too coarse, which means they’re a no-go. Instead I buy these soft, 10 denier tights from Lindex in a shade called powder – they’re very comfortable, very soft and give the impression that I have a perfectly even skin tone.
Once you’ve got your quite invisible tights, though, please be clever when you put together the rest of your outfit. Those itsy-bitsy denim shorts might be very trendy, but don’t choose a tiny tank top and your tallest heels as well. As one of my male friends said yesterday: you can definitely show too much skin. Most important, though, is to remember those old, wise words, tights are not pants. Yesterday I saw a girl wearing skin-coloured tights, a t-shirt-like top and nothing more. Yes, it’s completely true, and yes, it was very traumatic to behold.
I’m sure you, my darling readers, have both the brains and the taste to avoid those horrible non-flesh coloured tights. Still, just to ease my traumatized mind -
Recording from my final vocal exam on June 3rd this year, with my (insanely wonderful) band, Sordid Affair. Music and lyrics written by me, and yes, it is a bit morbid. It’s supposed to be.
I want hands like these when I get older. Image linked to the source, of course.
Your hands and nails say a lot about you, and nowadays it’s become quite a trend to paint and decorate them. If you’ve just entered into the world of nail polish and find it a bit overwhelming, here are a few tips to help you along.
1. The skin: Moisturize, moisturize, moisturize! Use a good hand lotion, preferably one with SPF, and protect them with rubber gloves while washing dishes and floors and such. Using a scrub on them once a week isn’t a bad idea either.
2. The cuticles: For you newbies, the cuticles are the transition from your skin to the nails. If they are dry, they tend to look flaky and can cause hangnails (nothing dangerous or permanent, but it can hurt a lot). The first step to healthy cuticles is… moisturize, moisturize, mo – yeah, you get the idea. My HG (“Holy Grail”) is Lush’s Lemony Flutter Cuticle Butter (click for my review), and I now have nice cuticles for the first time in my life.
Moisturizing is the most important thing, but there is a whole science behind the truly amazing cuticles. Lacquerized is my absolute icon when it comes to this, and as she’s written a fantastic post on how to have happy cuticles, I suggest you head over here for more information.
3. Nail polish – the base: A good base coat is a must if you’re using coloured polish, as otherwise your nails can get stained from the polish. There are lots of base coats/clear polishes with “special powers”, like strengthening, ridge-filling and this’ll-make-your-polish-stick-to-the-nail-until-you-choose-to-take-it-off (more on that later). These clear ones are good if you want a natural look, too, as they help protect the nail.
Before you put any polish on, though, remember to only put polish on squeaky clean nails. The slightest hint of grease and your polish won’t stay on as long, so wash properly, or swipe your nails with a little nail polish remover before you start.
4. Nail polish – the colour: My main problem is how to pick a colour, as there are so many available these days. Once you’ve found one you like, though, you can head over to this great guide by Lacquerized on how she paints her nails. Some general tips:
two thin layers of polish will be less likely to chip than one single thick layer.
if you want your nails to appear slimmer, leave a gap of one or two millimeters on the sides of your nails. This won’t be visible from a distance, but will create the illusion of slimmer, longer nails. Just don’t make it too big a gap, okay?
If you’re impatient, there are quick-dry sprays and topcoats that can make it dry in 5 to 10 minutes. The most hyped one is Seche Vite, but it can be a pain to find in Norway unless you go online.
5. Nail polish – finishing touches: A clear topcoat protects your coloured polish, making it last longer. You can even add a new coat of topcoat every other day or so to aid in maximum duration. For you brave ones or the perfectionists: a lot of the more advanced nail girls are talking about “clean up” – here is Lacquerized’s excellent post on the subject.
6. Polish removal: Eventually you’ll have to remove the polish , preferably before or when it starts peeling (I can’t help but find peeling polish a bit tacky, and I sing in a rock band and everything!). There are a variety of removers out there, with and without acetone. Without is the best, as it’s less drying for the nails and cuticles, but can also demand a little more work.
The easiest way to remove the polish is to put a little remover on a cotton pad, then simply hold the wet bit on your nail for about five seconds. Then press the cotton pad firmly against your nail and “slide” the polish off. This method allows the remover to do its job, and helps prevent polish traces on your skin. If you didn’t get all the polish off at once, just repeat the process one more time on the same nail. No rubbing required!
7. Shape and length: This has a lot to do with personal preferences. When my nails get longer than four millimeters, I get chills and have to run for the scissors. And yes, I do use scissors (I have some orange ones from Fiskars that are amazing), but I always cut a millimeter or two above where the whiteness of the tip starts (this prevents them from becoming painfully short). Afterwards I use a nail file to even out the edges – and remember that a glass file is much better for your nails than those metal or sandpaper versions.
For more info on this, here is (another!) great guide by Lacquerized, this time on how to shape nails.
8. Inspiration: WARNING. THESE LINKS MIGHT LEAD TO UNEXPLAINABLE LUSTING OVER A PARTICULAR NAIL POLISH, A SUDDEN VENTURE INTO THE WORLD OF KONAD OR WATER MARBLING, OR A PURCHASE OF A ZILLION TINY RHINESTONES, AND SHOULD BE APPROACHED WITH CAUTION. Ye be warned. For hundreds of inspirational pictures, I like Lacquerista, Fuckyeahprettynails and Fuckyeahnailart. For more in-depth info and tutorials, visit Nihrida, Emerald Sparkled and Norwegian Neglelakkmani.
I’ve been wearing my black, menswear-inspired hat (the same one as in the Polyvore above) a lot lately, and thought it might be fun to do a posts on wearing hats in the summer. I know hats can be a bit scary – as they aren’t worn that much by people in general any more (such a pity!), a hat does make something of a statement. The trick is to work with the statement, not against it.
The Polyvore above shows how I’ve been styling my hat lately. The floral playsuit from Cubus is almost like a second skin, I adore it! It could easily be toned down with dark tights, a simple cardigan and plain sneakers, but I usually choose to play it up even more. My “fake stocking-tights” are the perfect way to do this, and red lipstick and some kooky jewelry keeps the personality level high. Right where I want it, that is. If you’re going to make a statement, make it properly.
The floppy straw hat is perfect for the beginning hat-wearer, as it’s slightly easier to pull off and more people wear it. I love to exaggerate the summery feel it gives, and combine it with natural fabrics/textures and feminine shapes. Still, I need a tiny bit of edge, and a belt in the I-borrowed-this-from-my-boyfriend-and-have-to-tie-it-to-make-it-fit-my-waist-style makes a nice contrast. And even though the colours don’t match perfectly, they’re still nature-inspired and light. Avoiding black altogether is a nice little challenge for summer, don’t you think?
Ah, the boater, adored by lovers of Lula and all things vintage. The trend nowadays seems to be to combine this with patterned, flowy dresses, but I quite like doing the opposite. Originally it was worn by men (and a favourite for FBI-agents for a while, according to Wikipedia), so I love keeping it simple and strong with wide-legged pants, a simple black body and a strict leather bag. Still, a touch of red nail polish and a flowy blouse keeps are nice ways to still feel like a girl. Oh, I need a pair of pants like that!
Le grande finale, the floppy diva hat. Whereas the floppy straw hat is relaxed and cool, this one screams elegance and high-maintenance – and I love it! Combine it with a skirt that enhances curvy hips, towering heels and a cheeky lace bra peeking out from a simple tank top, and you definitely have a winner. Probably not the easiest hat to wear, but it has incredible wow-factor and is a fantastic way to raise the stakes at a fashionable event.
Well, fine, those aren’t the big news – although it’s true, it’s hardly sensational. This is Tromsø, after all. The real big news are:
1. I’ve finished my last exam, which means I’ve finished my entire education, which means I’ll now have to… find a time machine and go back five years? Or find a job, I suppose.
2. I’m moving to Oslo with my sister Cookie. Today we got the perfect apartment (really, it is gorgeous, I’ll show you when we – *chills* – move in). My Brain is still refusing to believe this, but then again, it’s still refusing to accept that I’ll never be a natural redhead with curls.
I’m not sure how to handle all this change, to be completely honest, especially as Boyfriend will be staying in Tromsø for at least six months (Brain is desperately repressing this thought, as it knows Heart might turn suicidal if it finds out). I’ll keep blogging, though, so don’t fret, m’beauties! I’m planning a rather major change in the blog design during the summer, so there’s no need to panic if things start looking a little… experimental around here.
The nails for my vocal exam. Very sparkly, quite time-consuming and slightly unpractical for everyday wear (the glitter won’t stay completely flat, not even after seven (!) layers of topcoat).
My drummer’s set list for today’s vocal exam. The numbers represent “bpm” (beats per minute), and yes, that’s my lipstick mark. I did that on all the programs to give them a more personal twist.
My Saturday was like this. Ah, simple life.
The skies at 11 p.m. yesterday. Northern Norway is very pretty nowadays, with the midnight sun and all.
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